The Rita Lowe WSMC & PSCTM Scholarship
High School Division
Description and Eligibility
This scholarship is endowed by the estate of Rita Lowe, a former Renton mathematics educator, WSMC board member, and PSCTM president. Up to four scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded in 2016 to graduating high school students. Any senior graduating from a high school in Washington State who is planning to attend a college or university within Washington and is planning to major in Mathematics Education and pursue teaching certification to become a mathematics educator is eligible to apply.
In selecting the recipients, the committee will give consideration to academic achievement, demonstrated intent to pursue mathematics education, academic potential, and character and leadership potential.
The application form may be accessed online at Email or mail the completed application to the following address:
Rita Lowe Scholarship Committee
Rosalyn O’Donnell, Chairperson
2131 Dry Creek Road
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2016.
Application Procedure
- Complete the application form and submit it, including the 300-word statement and list and description of academic awards and honors.
- Request that an official transcript documenting all high school work and SAT or ACT scores be submitted to the address above.
- Request that two letters of recommendation be submitted to the address above.
The Rita Lowe WSMC & PSCTM Scholarship
High School Division
Selection Criteria
1.Academic Achievement
Transcripts or other certified documentation of the applicant’s academic achievement from ninth grade through first semester/trimester of senior year is required. The transcript must also include an official list of classes in which the applicant is currently enrolled. In addition, a list and description of academic honors and awards received should be submitted.
2.Academic Potential
Official documentation of standardized test scores such as PSAT, SAT, ACT, etc. should be submitted.
3.Interest in Mathematics Education
The applicant must prepare and submit a statement of not more than 300 words summarizing the applicant’s experience with and interest in both mathematics as an area of study and the teaching of mathematics. The statement should describe past and present school and community activities and offices or positions held in organizations which demonstrate the applicant’s leadership capabilities. Finally, the statement should summarize how the above factors are of value and influence in the pursuit of a career in teaching mathematics.
4.Potential for Becoming a Teacher of Mathematics
Two letters of recommendation must be submitted from teachers or other professionals at the high school of the applicant addressing the character, academic ability, leadership potential, and potential teaching aptitude of the applicant. At least one of the recommendations must be from a teacher of mathematics with whom the candidate has discussed his or her intent to become a mathematics teacher and under whom the applicant has studied.
The Rita Lowe WSMC & PSCTM Scholarship
High School Division
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The Rita Lowe WSMC & PSCTM Scholarship
High School Division
Statement of Interest (300 word maximum)
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